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Tropical Storm Helene strengthens as hurricane warnings cover parts of Florida and Mexico
Forecasters say they expect Tropical Storm Helene in the Caribbean Sea to strengthen rapidly and become a hurricane as it moves north across the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday toward the U.S. The National Hurricane Center has issued hurricane warnings for northwestern Florida's coastline and part of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.
What polls show about Tim Walz and JD Vance before Tuesday's VP debate
This year’s vice presidential candidates both entered the spotlight this summer as relative political unknowns — but as they prepare to address their biggest audience yet in next week’s debate, Republican Ohio Sen. JD Vance is less popular among voters than his Democratic rival, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
Wednesday hearing to weigh final approval of $600M East Palestine derailment settlement
Mike Stout and Ashley McCullom call the settlement "a mere pittance for what these victims need for their healthcare and evacuation to safer locations."
EPA data make it hard to know the extent of the contamination from East Palestine derailment
The way the Environmental Protection Agency has reported its test results since the disastrous East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment last year makes it hard for residents to know the full extent of the contamination they have been exposed to that they worry could increase their risk of cancer.
FBI releases new violent crime statistics - see how Valley trends compare
Violent crimes in Warren exceeded Youngstown incident rates per 100,000 people.
YCSD parents speak out against decision to cancel middle school football season
Parents like Kiantre Woods say the program offers a positive environment that they don't want to cut short.
Two Mercer County schools named National Blue Ribbon Schools
Two Shenango Valley schools have been honored with a prestigious national award for their academic excellence.
Judge approves early end to probation for former Canfield arms dealer
A former arms dealer in Canfield who was convicted in 2022 of having an unlicensed machine gun has been granted early release from probation.
YSU Police ask for help locating man accused of shooting students with BB gun, making xenophobic remarks
YSU Police are calling on the public to identify a suspect accused of shooting at students with an airsoft gun while making xenophobic remarks at them.
Former Warren assistant prosecutor, Niles car dealer plead 'not guilty' to alleged bribery conspiracy
A former Warren assistant prosecutor and a Niles car dealer have been indicted on federal charges, accused of a bribery scheme to reduce criminal charges in exchange for a free auto repair.
Mill Creek MetroParks seeks permission for sharpshooters to kill double the amount of deer
Millcreek Metroparks Trustees are coming under fire for seeking state permission for USDA sharpshooters to kill double the number of deer than it did last year.
$250K broadband expansion project planned for Mahoning County's Springfield Twp.
The project is expected to take more than a year with a completion date set for December 2025.
Non-profit receives $35,000 for Mathews Elementary playground project
Along with the $25,000 grant, Valley Electrical Consolidated has donated $10,000 to the project.
$150,000 Powerball ticket sold in Andover
The winner bought their ticket at Village Tobacco in Andover.
Warren woman surprised with check from Publishers Clearing House
This is the second time within the past year that someone from Warren has won.
Guardians clinch first-round bye in postseason with 6-1 victory over Reds
Lane Thomas and Kyle Manzardo both went deep against Carson Spiers (5-7) in a three-run first inning as the Guardians improved their AL-best home record to 49-28.